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A printing technique employing a plate to transfer designs onto paper. Ideal for extensive print jobs.
Plate-free digital printing transfers designs electronically, cost-effective for short runs.
Screen printing is a method using a mesh screen and stencil to transfer ink onto a substrate.
Quick-drying printing technique utilizing ultraviolet lights for ink curing, yielding a glossy finish.
Consisting of water-based pigments, Ensures top-notch color output with a 100% eco-friendly profile.
Fluorescent inks are vibrant, UV-reactive pigments that emit vivid colors under ultraviolet light.
Generate pure colors using specific ink formulas to consistently & precisely reproduce color in printing.
Produce metallic colors through precise ink formulations to replicate color in printing.
Premium bleached white paperboard, specially coated on one side to enhance printing & finishing.
Bleached white paperboard, coated on both sides to achieve superior printing quality and finishes.
Top-notch textured paper, perfect for adding a touch of style when wrapping up durable boxes.
A unique paper material showcasing a shiny or matte metallic laminated surface.
Bleached kraft paper crafted from a blend of new and recycled pulp, coated on both sides for optimal printing.
Kraft paper produced from a combination of new and recycled paper pulp, with coating on both sides for printing purposes.
Kraft paper dyed black, manufactured from a blend of new and recycled pulp, and coated on both sides for printing applications.
Crafted from recycled grey chipboard cardboard, also known as uncoated recycled paperboard, ideal for luxury rigid boxes.
Unique paper material showcasing a holographic laminated surface in either glossy or matte finish.
Grey chipboard, one-sided white cardboard with a smooth, printable surface, ideal for luxury rigid boxes.
Gloss lamination enhances visual appeal by applying a shiny finish, and protecting printed materials.
Matte lamination offers a non-reflective finish, providing elegant appearance to printed materials.
Made with a smooth lamination that feels like touching a peach, can choose between a satin or matte.
A UV coating is applied to a specific area and then cured using ultraviolet light to make it sturdy.
A transparent coating is applied using the CMYK printing technique, and it comes in gloss, satin, or matte.
A fast-drying coating that undergoes curing through ultraviolet light is offered in both gloss and matte.
In a printing method, dies are pressed onto the back of the material to create a raised motif.
A printing technique that involves pressing dies onto the front of the material to create a raised motif.
In foil relief printing, foil is transferred at high temperatures, often employing multiple colors.
Craft a die-cut shape with a plastic film layer, revealing a window to showcase the product inside.
We recommend the ideal material and add-ons like lamination, foiling, embossing UV, etc.
Get Free Design Support with your box 3d Renders or Send Your Design File for Printing.
Upon design approval, we’ll print and conduct quality checks before shipping the boxes to you.
Technical Specifications
| Dimensions | Available in Custom Sizes |
| Printing | CMYK, Pantone Color, Full Color & No Printing |
| Paper Stock | Eco-Friendly Kraft, Corrugated Cardboard & Premium Rigid Stock |
| Coating | Semi-Gloss AQ, Gloss UV, Matte UV & Spot UV |
| Default Process | Die Cutting, Gluing, Scoring, Perforating |
| Custom Options | Window Cut Out, Gold/Silver Foiling, Embossing, Raised Ink |
| Proof | Digital Proof, 3D Mock-Up |
| Shipping | Shipped FLAT (Free Shipping Across USA & Canada) |
| Help | For further inquiries and Quotes, contact us or email at sales@cratpackaging.com |
Small Printed Boxes from Crat Packaging is our general small-format custom print box line for brands that need full-color branding on a small box but do not fit neatly into a single occasion or product category.
Small Printed Boxes Specifications
| Box Style | Tuck-top, two-piece lid, or auto-lock bottom |
|---|---|
| Material | 16-24pt SBS paperboard or corrugated board |
| Assembly | Flat-shipped, tool-free assembly |
| Best For | Small retail products, samples, subscription items, gifts |
| Print Options | Full-color CMYK, foil, spot UV, custom die-cuts |
| Order Volume (MOQ) | Starting at 100 units |
| Shipping | Flat-packed, nationwide US shipping |
A Flexible, General-Purpose Print Line
Not every small box fits a specialty category like jewelry, mailers, or pie packaging. Small Printed Boxes exists for that in-between case: any small item that needs strong, full-color custom branding on a box style chosen to fit the product, rather than a pre-set structure. It is closer in spirit to our Bespoke Printed Boxes line, scaled down to small formats.
Common Uses
- Small retail products across categories that need brand-forward packaging.
- Sample and trial-size items distributed with full brand graphics.
- Subscription box contents needing individual branded packaging.
- Promotional and event giveaway items in small boxes.
Box Style and Print Options
Choose the structural style that fits your product — tuck-top, two-piece lid, or auto-lock bottom — then apply full-color CMYK print, foil accents, spot UV highlights, or custom die-cut windows.
Sustainability
A 2025 McKinsey & Company survey found over 60% of U.S. consumers pick green packaging when they have the choice. Crat Packaging offers recyclable and FSC-certified board options so your small box program can back up its sustainability claims without adding cost or slowing production.
Who Buys This Wholesale
- Brands across categories needing consistent small-box branding.
- Sample and trial product programs.
- Subscription box and curated product companies.
- Event and promotional marketing teams.
Why Order From Crat Packaging
- Wholesale pricing that drops per-unit cost as order volume scales, with no hidden tooling markups.
- Free design support from an in-house team that builds print-ready dielines and mockups at no charge.
- Low MOQ production runs so you are not forced to buy a year of inventory to get custom print.
- Fast US delivery from domestic production and fulfillment, avoiding the long lead times of overseas-only suppliers.
- Structural style chosen per product rather than locked to one fixed box type.
- Full print-finish menu — foil, spot UV, die-cut windows — available across every style.
How to Order
- Send us your box dimensions, material preference, and print requirements through our online form or by email.
- Our team returns a free digital proof so you can review the layout, colors, and structural design before anything is produced.
- Request an optional physical sample to check the material weight, fold quality, and print finish in hand.
- Approve the final proof and we move straight into production and shipping, with tracking sent once your order leaves the facility.
Frequently Asked Questions
What box styles can be printed under this line?
Tuck-top, two-piece lid, and auto-lock bottom styles are all available with full custom print.
Do I need to know my exact box style before ordering?
No, our team can recommend a structural style based on your product before finalizing print.
What print finishes are available?
Full-color CMYK, foil stamping, spot UV, and custom die-cut windows.
What is the minimum order?
100 units minimum, with better pricing at 500 and 1,000 units.
Is this the right product if my item is jewelry or food-specific?
If your product fits a specialty category like jewelry or bakery packaging, our dedicated lines may offer better-suited sizing and inserts; this line is best for general small items.
Do you offer recycled material?
Yes, recyclable and FSC-certified board options are available.
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